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+260 972 106 913
Mpika, Zambia
08.00 AM - 05.00 PM
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The Zambia College of Agriculture – Mpika (ZCA Mpika) is a premier agricultural training institution established in 1976 by the Government of the Republic of Zambia, with support from the Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA). The college operates under the Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) and is strategically located 660 km north of Lusaka and 22 km north of Mpika Town, along the Great North Road. The institution sits on a vast 2,764-hectare farm, providing a conducive learning environment for practical agricultural training.
“To provide suitably and adequately trained human resource in agriculture and related disciplines in order to meet the labor demands of the agricultural sector.”
“To be a centre of excellence in agricultural training and research.”
“We are committed to upholding the following values: Transparency, Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Community-centered, Excellence.”
Graduates from ZCA Mpika are able to find work in the Ministry of Agriculture, Agricultural Training Institutions (ATIs), Universities, Colleges, Zambia National Service (ZNS), Private Farms, Seed companies (like Kamano Seeds, Afriseeds, Zamseed, Seed-co) , Zambia Sugar Company, Kafue Sugar, Kasama Sugar, Mansa Sugar, Northern Coffee Corporation (Kateshi Coffee) and other organizations countrywide and throughout the world.
These departments are headed by the Vice Principal’s office who is assisted by various departments. These include:
This department is headed by an HoD assisted by The Senior Training Officer (STO). The department is mandated to officer courses in basic sciences, management, and ICT, Namely: Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Farm Management, ICT and , Ecology, Research methods amongst many others. These courses are offered to both certificate and diploma students.
This department is headed by an HoD who is assisted by The Senior Training officer (STO). The department is mandated to offer courses in crop sciences, Animal sciences, Agronomy, Sustainable Agriculture, Soil Sciences, and Agroforestry amongst many other courses to diploma students.
This department is headed by an HoD who is assisted by The Senior Training officer (STO). The department is mandated to offer courses in crop sciences, Animal sciences, Agronomy, Sustainable Organic Agriculture, Soil Sciences, and Agroforestry amongst many other courses to certificate students.
This department is headed by an HoD who is assisted by The Senior Training officer (STO). The department is mandated to offer courses in , Farm structures and mechanization, land management, integrated water resources management(IWRM), Integrated land use planning(ILUP), Workshop technology, Farm water supply and irrigation amongst many others to diploma and certificate students
his department is headed by an HoD who is assisted by The Senior Training officer (STO). The department is mandated to offer courses in Human food and Nutrition, Nutrition and human health, Agriculture science teaching methods, Problems and roles of education in Zambia, foundation of education psychology to certificate and diploma students.
In order to facilitate practical training and productivity, Zca mpika has a farm manager who is assisted by One (1) assistant farm manager. College training farm has Beef Section, piggery section, Poultry section, Vegetable section, Irrigation section were field crops are grown.
At the heart of agricultural progress lies innovation. Our projects are designed to empower the next generation of agricultural professionals by providing hands-on experience and knowledge in sustainable farming practices. From environmental conservation to food security, these projects exemplify our commitment to enhancing agricultural productivity and fostering long-term, positive change in the agricultural sector.
Pine plantation Project
This initiative focuses on sustainable forestry, emphasizing environmental conservation. Students engage in practical training on tree planting and management, learning how to create long-lasting ecosystems that benefit both nature and the economy.
Maize Productivity Project
Dedicated to improving maize yields, this project equips students with innovative farming techniques that increase crop productivity. By enhancing food security through better farming practices, this project plays a vital role in feeding communities while educating future agricultural leaders.
Fisheries production project
Students in this program gain valuable experience in fish farming, learning sustainable aquaculture practices. This initiative helps local communities by promoting eco-friendly methods of fish production and creating new opportunities in the fisheries sector.
ZCA Administration is headed by the Principal, the institution’s head. The Vice Principal assists the Principal; see the overall administration below:
+260 972-106-913
08.00 AM - 05.00 PM
Mpika, Zambia
“providing suitably and adequately trained human resources in agriculture and related disciplines to meet the agricultural sector’s labor demands”.